How to Pronounce Instill

To pronounce "instill", say INST-ill — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈstɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪnˈstɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “instill”

"instill" has 2 syllables: inst-ill. It rhymes with shrill and thrill, if that helps it stick.

What does instill mean?

verb

  1. To cause a quality to become part of someone's nature.

    “It is important to instill discipline in a child at an early age.”

  2. To pour in (medicine, for example) drop by drop.

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Words that rhyme with instill

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shrillthrillkrilltrillskillillbrillbastillemilltillswillfrill

Related words

instilinculcateinfuseimpressingraintinctureimpregnategenerate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "instill"?▾

"Instill" has 2 syllables: inst · ill.

What is the IPA transcription of "instill"?▾

The IPA transcription of "instill" is /ɪnˈstɪl/.

What does "instill" mean?▾

Instill: To cause a quality to become part of someone's nature.

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